Cyber Defense & Engineering - Network Security - Sr Associate

At PwC, our people in cybersecurity focus on protecting organisations from cyber threats through advanced technologies and strategies. They work to identify vulnerabilities, develop secure systems, and provide proactive solutions to safeguard sensitive data. Those in security architecture at PwC will focus on designing and implementing robust security frameworks to protect organisations from cyber threats. You will develop strategies and solutions to safeguard sensitive data and enable the integrity of systems and networks.

Focused on relationships, you are building meaningful client connections, and learning how to manage and inspire others. Navigating increasingly complex situations, you are growing your personal brand, deepening technical expertise and awareness of your strengths. You are expected to anticipate the needs of your teams and clients, and to deliver quality. Embracing increased ambiguity, you are comfortable when the path forward isn't clear, you ask questions, and you use these moments as opportunities to grow.

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Respond effectively to the diverse perspectives, needs, and feelings of others.
• Use a broad range of tools, methodologies and techniques to generate new ideas and solve problems.
• Use critical thinking to break down complex concepts.
• Understand the broader objectives of your project or role and how your work fits into the overall strategy.
• Develop a deeper understanding of the business context and how it is changing.
• Use reflection to develop self awareness, enhance strengths and address development areas.
• Interpret data to inform insights and recommendations.
• Uphold and reinforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance), the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.

The Opportunity

As part of the Cybersecurity team you assist our clients in designing and implementing secure network architectures, including Zero Trust, SASE/SSE, and network segmentation. As a Senior Associate, you analyze complex problems, mentor others, and maintain exceptional standards while building client relationships and developing a deeper understanding of the business context. You have hands-on experience configuring and securing enterprise-grade network and security technologies, working with vendors such as Cisco, Juniper, Palo Alto, Check Point, Fortinet, and Zscaler, and contribute to team projects by explaining technical concepts to different stakeholders.

Responsibilities

- Design and implement secure network architectures, including Zero Trust and network segmentation

- Configure and secure enterprise-grade network and security technologies

- Collaborate with vendors like Cisco, Juniper, and Palo Alto to enhance security measures

- Mentor team members and provide guidance on technical concepts

- Build and maintain enduring client relationships

- Analyze complex cybersecurity challenges and develop practical solutions

- Contribute to team projects by communicating technical concepts to stakeholders

What You Must Have

- Bachelor's Degree

- 3 years of hands-on experience in network security, cybersecurity engineering, or security consulting, including practical implementation, configuration, troubleshooting, and management of security technologies such as firewalls, IDS/IPS, SIEM, endpoint security, and cloud security solutions

What Sets You Apart

- Preferred field(s) of study: Computer Science, Computer and Information Science, CyberSecurity, Information CyberSecurity, Information Technology, Management Information Systems, or Systems Engineering

- Certification(s) Preferred: AWS/Microsoft Solutions Architect, CCNP Security, PCNSE, or ZCCP

- Excelling in designing modern network security architectures

- Implementing Zero Trust principles and SASE/SSE solutions

- Managing firewall and zero trust policies with Cisco and Palo Alto

- Analyzing network traffic and managing enterprise networks

- Securing cloud environments using native and 3rd party tools

The salary range for this position is: $77,000 - $202,000. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. All hired individuals are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

As PwC is an equal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

Client-provided location(s): Atlanta, GA, Houston, TX, Boston, MA, Detroit, MI, Seattle, WA, San Francisco, CA, Philadelphia, PA, Silicon Valley, CA, New York, NY, Minneapolis, MN, Washington, DC, Tampa, FL, Los Angeles, CA, Austin, TX, Dallas, TX, Chicago, IL, Florham Park, NJ

Job ID: PricewaterhouseCoopers-92939592688

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-03-19T19:38:09